Impress employers and recruiters.
Choose from hundreds of resume examples.

Target Resume Now

About the Role

Dominican University New York seeks an Assistant Director of Residence Life to lead the creation of a safe, inclusive, and student-centered residential community that supports student success, personal development, and academic achievement. This role involves overseeing residence life operations, student conduct, and the Resident Assistant program, fostering a living-learning environment aligned with the University's mission and values.

Responsibilities

Oversee a residence hall community.
Participate in a professional-staff on-call duty rotation and respond to campus incidents/emergencies.
Represent the Director of Residence Life during their absence.
Provide regular staff reports regarding their building and area of responsibility.
Maintain daily contact with the Office of Residence Life, disseminating information to staff and student residents.
Establish an environment that facilitates personal and academic growth of all residents.
Serve as a hearing officer and/or appeal officer for student conduct, Title IX, and/or Title VI violations.
Manage, investigate, assess, adjudicate, and/or assign conduct cases.
Enforce, support, and adhere to University rules and regulations.
Assist in the management of departmental housing operations (e.g., room assignments, room changes, summer/winter/break housing).
Utilize and manage housing and student conduct software.
Serve as a liaison between all University departments and serve on committees as assigned.
Manage distribution, collection, and inventory of keys.
Attend events sponsored by the area/campus staff as assigned.
Identify residents experiencing personal or academic difficulties and refer them to appropriate resources.
Attend to the personal well-being of residents in areas such as safety, security, and emergency situations.
Assume a major role in the recruitment, training, selection, and supervision of RAs.
Develop and implement RA duty calendars.
Respond to student and parent concerns.
Identify and address building and custodial needs.
Perform daily building walkthroughs.
Monitor damage billing and assessment processes.
Coordinate all openings and closings with the RA staff of their assigned residence hall.
Manage RA programming initiatives.
Evaluate and provide feedback to Resident Assistants.
Perform other duties as assigned.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Student Affairs, Higher Education Administration, Human Services, Social Services, Business Administration, Communications, or a related field.
3-5 years of professional experience working in Residence Life/Housing or a related field.
Strong interpersonal, communication, organizational, and conflict resolution skills.
Demonstrated ability to supervise and mentor student leaders.
Ability to exercise sound judgment and make fair, equitable, and student-centered decisions.
Experience utilizing Microsoft Office and student information, housing, or conduct management software.
Ability to work effectively with a diverse student, faculty, and staff population.
Ability to maintain a regular (day/night) presence on-campus.
Must have a valid driver's license and be required to drive University vehicles.
Cover letter and resume are required (submitted as one PDF file).
Three professional references required (1 of a direct supervisor and 2 other professional references).

Skills

Interpersonal skills
Communication skills
Organizational skills
Conflict resolution skills
Supervision skills
Mentoring skills
Judgment skills
Decision-making skills
Microsoft Office proficiency
Student information software proficiency
Housing management software proficiency
Conduct management software proficiency
Diversity and inclusion
Driving University vehicles

Location

On-campus

Work Type

12-month
Full-time
Live-in

Experience Level

3-5 years professional experience

Education Level

Bachelor's degree
Master's degree preferred

Salary/Compensations

$62,355 (non-negotiable)

Benefits

On-campus unfurnished apartment (all utilities paid for)
University meal plan during the academic year
Free reserved parking
Free laundry facilities
Free access to Dominican University's fitness center
Comprehensive benefits package
Professional development opportunities

About the Company

Dominican University New York is a private not-for-profit institution.
Its heritage stresses the humanistic value of a Liberal Arts education, a commitment to social justice, and a strong belief in the need for integrity and community engagement.
The University aims to prepare students to reach their potential as responsible citizens who enrich the world.

Equal Opportunity

Dominican University New York is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer committed to excellence through equity and inclusion.
Particularly welcomes applications from members of historically underrepresented groups.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, status as a protected veteran, status as a qualified individual with a disability, or other protected category in accordance with applicable law.
AA/EOE